Some employers stand fully behind their decision to reject ex-offenders early in the review process, and there’s not much you can do to combat deeply ingrained employer bias. But there’s a fine line between a job search being difficult and impossible. If you’ve repaid your debt to society, you deserve a chance to navigate the job market and start rebuilding your life and your career ..read more

Mentorship can be one of the most valuable resources during your college years and beyond. A strong mentor-mentee relationship can guide you through academic challenges, career planning, and personal growth. But how do you get started? How do you approach someone who has the expertise you admire and the experience you need? In support of the new diversity directory going out, this article, we will walk through how to reach out to potential mentors and provide tips for fostering a meaningful relationship ..read more

One asset most prospective students are asked for is a graduate school resume. Sure, it sounds familiar — essentially anyone who has applied to a job has had to write a resume — but what exactly should it include? And how do you make sure it conveys you’re a great candidate for the program ..read more

There’s an unfortunate history (and continued issue) in the US of people of color getting passed over for jobs or promotions in the workplace simply because of the color of their skin. And thousands of people across the country face another disturbing issue that happens much too often: workplace discrimination ..read more

Over 7.6 million people with disabilities are now employed, but the unemployment gap persists. We've highlighted challenges and tips for job seekers with disabilities ..read more

The job search is challenging for anyone, requiring careful company selection, application submission, reference outreach, social media cleanup, and interview prep. Transgender and nonbinary individuals face all of this with added concerns about perception, evaluation, and treatment ..read more

As the employment landscape continues to evolve, bilingual workers have never been in a better place and better time to take advantage of their multi-language skills. Here are some tips on how to market them ..read more

As graduation season approaches, countless students are preparing to take the first steps in their careers. If you’re the first in your family to attend college, you might be charting new territory ..read more

Celebrate the achievements of first-generation college students during First Generation Week from November 4-7, 2024. With the support of a $1,000 grant from NASPA, EOP is hosting a series of inspiring events, culminating in the First-Gen Connect: Engage, Learn, Celebrate ..read more

Discover essential tips for crafting an academic CV that highlights your research, teaching, and leadership experience. Tailor your CV to showcase relevant accomplishments and stand out to admissions committees ..read more